As of December 4, 2024, Meta has discontinued the Instagram Basic Display API. This change means that if you’re currently using a personal account to display your Instagram feed on your website, updates will no longer happen automatically. However, there’s no need to worry – you can switch to a Professional Account to maintain this functionality seamlessly.
I have a personal account, what can I do next? #
Change your Personal Instagram account to a Professional Account: If you’re still using a Personal Instagram on Instagram, consider upgrading to a Professional Account. The process is simple – just follow these steps:
If you haven’t connected your account before, simply click the Connect button. Instagram will then prompt you to switch your account to a Professional Account.
If you’ve already connected your account previously, just follow these steps:
- Go to the Accounts tab.
- Make sure you are logged into the Instagram account you want to reconnect in your browser.
- Select the account you want to reconnect from the list.
- Click the Reconnect button next to the selected account.
- Follow the instructions provided by Instagram.
After completing the process of switching to a “Professional Account“, your account will be successfully connected. Below, you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions.
FAQ #
Will I be charged for switching to a business account? #
No, switching from a personal to a business account on Instagram is completely free.
Do I need to recreate my feeds from scratch? #
No, you don’t. Changing to a business account and reconnecting it does not affect your existing feeds. It simply connects the feed content through a different API.
What if I’m not a business? #
Even if you’re not a business, switching to a business account ensures that your feeds will continue to update. If you choose to stick with a personal account, your Instagram feeds will stop updating once the Basic Display API is retired.
Can I switch back to a personal account? #
Yes, you can switch back to a personal account at any time in your Instagram profile settings.